Kobe Bryant career tribute | Now and Forever
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- čas přidán 5. 09. 2024
- This video is a tribute to the basketball career of Kobe Bryant.
Kobe was drafted in 1996 by the Charlotte Hornets and then traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, where he played 20 seasons. He was the youngest player to play in the NBA when he debuted (since eclipsed) and is still the youngest player ever to start a game. He won the slam dunk contest as a rookie, five NBA championships (2000, 2001, 2002, 2009, 2010), two Olympic gold medals and scored more points than any guard in NBA history (33,643).
His 42 points in the first half -- 29 of which are shown in this video -- came against the Washington Wizards in March, 2003, in Michael Jordan's final game in LA. After 17 years, it is still one of my favorite performances in NBA history.
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Music : M83 - Outro
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Man I needed Kobe to grow old like Jordan. I wasn't ready for this.
Never been a Lakers fan, was never the biggest Kobe fan when he was playing either. It was only after he retired that I really started to love him because I realized he wasn’t a jerk, he was just one of the most competitive, driven people to ever exist. And when I heard that he had died, I cried. I had never known this man, he never knew me. I never even rooted for him, and yet, I cried. You could tell just by watching him, that he gave his all in everything. Business, basketball, family, it was all the same. I guess I cried because I realized we lost one of the all-timers. Not just basketball players, but men. He was a man who would not hesitate to sacrifice what was needed in order to achieve greatness. He didn’t just tell us, he SHOWED us that we didn’t have to live in fear. Guys, live your life with everything you got, so that you can look back and be satisfied. Like Kobe did. Rest in Paradise Kobe and Gigi, we will always remember what you did, but more importantly, we will always remember who you are.
Same.
Amazingly said.
Beautifully worded, Erik.
Didn’t expect to be crying at work but here I am
I watch this channel to learn about basketball. Not to cry.
I’ll absolutely make an exception right now. Great video, Ben.
i’d like to say. this man is my idol he made me fall in love with the game.. may he rest in peace with his daughter gigi. legends never die 🐍💔
ThePak Rat Beautiful sentiment, but it’s “rest in peace”
Thankfully the “piece” is not plural. It would be even worse. Lol
Not so ugly duckling wel damn lol didn’t even notice i did that
Despite being the player he was, the thing that really struck me was seeing that in his final interview he said that two non negotiables in his life were picking up his daughter from school every day, where he would compete with other moms to be first in line for pickup, and he would always shower his two youngest at night as well. Everything else he would fit in his day around those two things. He said about that “how are u going to inspire the world when u can’t inspire your own family”, which I found to be even greater than any basketball feat he achieved, which is no small task. He truly had the mamba mentality to be the best at not only basketball, but every facet of life. RIP kobe, he had so much more left to do and was gone way too soon 🙏🏽
Ben we are missing you and your videos !
Anyone from this generation will say that Kobe was the reason they wanted to work on their footwork... at least I know I did. I put hours and hours in the gym just working on jabs, pivots, and triple threat attacks. Part of me just shattered when I heard the news, but the mamba mentality he gave us will never leave. RIP Kobe, Gigi and everyone on board.
"Love the hate." - my favorite quote from the absolute madlad that is Kobe Bean Bryant. I have been repeating this on all videos like this all over the net, and I'll keep doing it. #mamba #mambacita
As a player, kobe was what we think of Klay thompson now. The threat to drop 60 in three quarters. He was more than that. He would dunk on your best player. He would make the behind the back pass for the easy layup. He would take the last shot with 2 guys in his face all for the sake of winning. But kobe was so much more than a basketball player. He had a beautiful mind that inspired and amazed. We liked him for who he was between the lines, but loved him for who he was off the hardwood
Kobe, along with Jason Kidd, helped me fall in love with the game of basketball.
The analytics won't look too fondly towards Kobe Bryant, as a whole, but his impact and legacy are undeniable to the sport of basketball, and that's what makes the Black Mamba so great.
Except the analytics do look extremely fondly towards him. Dude had the best ORAPM in the entire league from 2002-2011 and was tied for # 3 overall. It's weird how people keep saying this when it's simply not true.
Feeling basketball 💛💜
The precision of his movements, the effort, the laser focus. Because he wasn't always joking and laughing, "joy" isn't always a word used to describe how Kobe played the game. I wasn't a big fan as I got older but lookin back I can see just how much he enjoyed the game by how hard he played and how much he gave to it. I truly hope to take 1/100th of that fire into the rest of my life as I'm trying to become a better person and I'd be lying if I said his passing wasn't part of it. RIP to a true legend and icon.
Almost half a year past this happens and I just about to cry, R.I.P mamba
Honestly I still did not believe he passed away
This is one of those rare videos that is truly perfect
I miss him so bad.. anytime I had any adversity in my life Kobe was there mastering his craft reminding me that one needs to grind. I cried like a baby when I learnt the news. R.I.P Black Mamba
you know you're great when thinking basketball can just show a video about you with no words and it still showcases all your skill and athleticism.
Before i played basketball, my friends would have me believing Kobe was like this fringe top 10 player at best, and not one of the greatest ever. I'm happy that now I've been watching and playing ball for the last 6 years and in my mind Kobe is closer to top 5.. and on top of that, to me, it makes sense to pick Kobe in a 1v1 matchup in the finals over just about anyone. Kobe can hold his own on an indiviual level, in terms of clutch and closing, with anyone ever.
Kobe and Bruce Lee: Two legendary icons that inspired millions. Gone too soon but never forgotten.
Nicholas Yu may i add bob marley?
I’ve listened to that m83 song for years, and always thought it was kind of somber. But in this context, showing the lyrics with silence at the end, it REALLY got me.
Damn is just so sad. Life was just getting started for him .
i miss kobe. lets never forget his legacy, especially the mamba mentality!
Resisted watching this for months. Similarly to you Ben I've spent more time watching/thinking about Kobe's game than any other player. Wonderful tribute and I swear I'm not crying.
His 1st point was a Free Throw his 81st point was a Free Throw his last point before walking off the Achilles injury was a Free Throw, the last point of his career was Free Throw. This was basketball gave him back for all the dunks the winning shots the injuries the contested shots the hard work the waking up at 3AM he deserves a Free Throw -Mamba out thank you man for inspiring us.
Hes my idol and im a soccer player. His will and preoaration correlates to all walks of life. GOAT
God damn that m83 song really added to the tears
Best Kobe tribute video I've seen so far
Not even sad he’s gone
Just happy he was here
Crying for Gigi tho she was the future
nah fuck that Bryant had 40 yrs ahead of him and a lot of shit he planned to do
what kinda dumbass comment is that
@@caucandyellow I get what he was saying, when its your time to go its your time to go. He is just saying he is appreciative that we got to witness Kobe's journey in life. But his daughter never got the opportunity to live her life like her father did, she never even reached adult hood.
come back to this often, one of the great videos there is. hard to do a man like this justice, but you’ve managed a fitting tribute. ❤
I was a 2008 Celtics fan as a kid. Hated Kobe. Didn’t realize how much respect I had until he died. The man was neigh unstoppable, probably the best player I ever watched live, although James has given him a run for his money.
For the first time since his death, I cried happy tears. Thank you
Special tribute💜💛🙏
The most heartbreaking video out here. I thought I was done crying...here wie go again...
Had mad goose bumps watching.
Thank you Ben.
Thank you Kobe.
Absolutely amazing work here. This is the best Kobe tribute video I’ve seen, you continue to make the basketball world proud, Ben. Thank you for all you do, and thank you for truly honoring one of my childhood heroes. This one had me on the verge of tears. MAMBA FOREVER 🖤🐍🖤🐍🖤🐍
Dell Harris (head coach) made Kobe Bryant's first 2 seasons a "living hell."
That's according to Kobe.
DeAndre Page, Dell Harris is the only person in the world that could keep Kobe from scoring 😂
Code 517 the greatest defender of all time
stealthiscool on god 😂
Hard to believe it’s almost been a year at this point. Still feels VERY recent to me.
Kobe was great. I was always a big fan. Yet, other souls died with him. They were all worthy of being recognized, even if they do not have readily available highlight reels. Nine good people lost. That's life folks...I am so grateful for what I have, and who I have it with. May you all find gratitude as well, as it is the only salvation we can find in the face of these ''everyday'' tragedies; As everyday good people die...
The greatest opponent of all time 💚☘️
Kobe just one of a hundred millions.
No body can be as good as he is... He just flawless.
Wish you have included the air balls to Utah. I think it’s part of his foundation that made him. Great video and thank you, you have tons of great moments captured.
Before you succeed you must learn how to fail... 💔
I actually wanted to but couldn't find a good quality recording of them.
Thinking Basketball
You did amazing
This is my favorite tribute video yet! Thanks Thinking Basketball. Just a wonderful compilation. #BlackMamba
A very beautiful tribute!
Thank you Koby for countless hours of being smittened with amazement and excitement to watch you play.
Well done sir!!!...just well done!.
I just don’t understand why it stings so much in my heart.
He was so legendary that he almost felt fictional. Whether you were a fan of him or not he had this way of making it into every conversation about anything. The last person I would have expected for this to happen to
Because he was a person we all aspire to be like.
Rest In Peace Mamba, the player who made me fall in love with the sport
This is one awesome tribute video.
Rest In Peace Gianna Bryant and Kobe Bryant.
Rest in Peace, Kobe Bryant and Gianna Bryant. 💜 💛 🐍 #2, #8, #24.
Best CZcams video I’ve ever seen. Perfect selection of the song Outro and just amazing compilation of clips and quotes
i already kind of recovered from this sad truth. watching this made me cry again. go mamba! 💪 fave player ever!
This is the best tribute I've seen so far and I just wanna say I think you're one of the best to really appreciate kobe's game and this video shows this. Thank you.
Hero’s get remembered , but legends never die. Follow your heart kid and you’ll never go wrong.
Prayers to all that were lost that day
Our hearts break to all the lives that left this earth too early.
Kobe was special in so many ways! RIP Kobe, GiGi & others involved in that tragic accident!
Very nice tribute, thank you.
Sir, this is the best tribute video I’ve seen so far. Thank you so much for these great memories!
I was waiting for someone to use this masterpiece of a song for Kobe. Thank you!
This is beautiful. Thank you.
RIP Kobe, off you go to the 2cd best franchise of all time in the sky. Signed, a Celtics fan.
Thank you KOBE.. there will never be another KOBE BRYANT.. RIP
I'm a long time laker n Kobe fan and I've followed him his whole career and, I have to say.....i couldnt have done it better myself.....the lob to shaq against the trailblazers is top 5 and the dagger against the suns is 1 of my favorites ; it gave me hope that year when things were looking a lil bleak.
You know you are the GOAT when Larry Legend selects you for your desire and toughness!
For every clutch shot now and forever, KOBE!
I was crying like a baby on deployment. So mad and sad that he won't be here to see bball progress and wnba get better. LONG LIVE THE BLACK MAMBA! 🐍
Lakers right now are about the same thing Kobe Bryant was always about = WINNING CHAMPIONSHIPS.
DAMN pretty field goal percentages, just get the win.
G.O.A.T period
Beautiful 🙏🏾 💜💛
Everyone remembered where they were when the accident happened. Keep those you love close & carry on the mamba mentality everyone. Stay safe!
This is beautiful. Legends live on in our memories.
Thank you for this video. It puts a smile to my face seeing Kobe's highs. This was truly a beautiful summary of Kobe's career.
@7:35 hits hard, his sacrifice, hard work and dedication, while he is holding GiGi is so fucking sad RIP Kobe and GiGI 🙏
we miss you kobe
6:47 that's one of the many reasons i always loved to have Kobe in my favorite team. Anytime those guys had some troubles as a fan i knew that Kobe was to be like "don't worry man, i got you". And i think that was the most important thing of Kobe, he was never that guy to score because of selfish things, he was a guy to score when it was most needed, and to be feared, and so respected, when it was needed. Kobe was like that big bro that's always there when you need him, and now he's not there anymore.
Gracias por este homenaje. RIP Kobe and Gigi. Can’t stop crying...
Best tribute I've seen yet.
Thank you for waiting to post this video as tribute done right instead of an instant video for views. As a fan of the NBA and Kobe thank you.
Kobe...
great tribute
Imagine disliking this masterpiece
Amazing
Beautiful tribute. The most devastating part of this for me as it relates exclusively to Kobe has been how bright of a post-nba future I thought he had. The NBA and frankly the WNBA lost a hell of a future ambassador.
RIP Kobe Bryant
His gift was his ability to communciate his force of will to millions RIP.
Thank you
Can you do top ten players of all time video with the inflation things you used before but also like the impact stuff from the top players of 2019.
Nice man, I loved it
As a father of a little girl it’s literally a worst nightmare
thank you
Motivational Lizard music is perfect for this tribute
Such a beautiful jump shot. Noobe can score like Kobe
Rip kobe and gigi
Great video
Thanks. Still in tears. Thanks.
Clicked on this video sure determined not cry again, pretty sure I already let it all out with all the tributes over the last few days, but as soon as I saw him holding his daughter after the championship, I fucking broke.
A wonderful Kobe tribute, thank you.
Crazy how many of those games I watched. Always hating on him, never realizing that I was rooting against my generation MJ. Determination beyond comprehension. Who knows what would have happened if the league didn't sabotage the Chris Paul trade. Kobe didn't chase rings, and never sold out for them. Took the hardest route and overcame his obstacles (Boston). Redeeming himself. After this, him and Jordan belong at the top of goat mountain because anyone other than Jordan head to head doesn't stand a chance.
RIP KOBE
This vid gave me chills, breaks my heart and inspires me all at once.
Thank you.
why you make me cry